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Lethane Hair Oil was never extensively used and was
unpopular partly because it did not remove the nits and partly
because the hair was not allowed to be washed for a week after
application of the oil.
(1) M. & C.W. Clinic Cases.
As mentioned, the cases were few and mild and the infestation
was quickly remedied by the mothers themselves who
used willingly the treatment advised by the Health Visitors.
The mothers of these children were not examined in the
Clinics, as such a course would probably have caused resentment,
but where it was thought to be advisable, the Health
Visitor made a special visit to the home.
(2) Day Nurseries.
(a) Mild Cases— were cleansed and nits removed before they
were allowed to mix with the other children.
(b) Severe Cases— were not to be admitted. The rule is that
the Health Visitor must be notified and she would visit
the home and give the necessary advice and help for the
child, or for any others of the household who might be
similarly affected.
(No cases of this degree were found during the year.)
(3) Schools.
Each child found to be affected is given a note for its parents
stating the fact and gives simple instructions as to how it
might be treated. It also states that Derbac Soap and Sacca
Comb can be obtained from the Clinic.
(a) In the mild cases of infestation this is quite effective.
(b) In the more severe cases the School Nurse calls and
gives instructions regarding the cleansing of all
persons in the house who may be suffering from
infestation.
(c) In certain cases where it is found that special difficulties
are present in the household, the child is
cleansed at the School Clinic.
There were 2 of these cases during the year.
Note.—No cases of Body Lice were seen during the year.
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